Written by an electrical superintendent, this book provides a unique overview of the many electrical components and systems incorporated in today’s complex vessels. Each chapter is full of practical explanations, presented in an easy to read format with many detailed illustrations.

The author fully appreciates the needs of ships’ technical staff and provides a practical in depth explanation of the enormous amount of electrical equipment, systems and standards used in the repair, maintenance and successful operation of modern complex vessels.

This manual will be of great value to maritime students, engineers and ETOs at any stage of their career.